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Meeting Name: Public Works and Services Committee Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 10/28/2008 5:30 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: City Hall, Room 301
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08-2789 A1.Downtown Racine Corporation request to close city streets for the annual Holiday Parade on November 8, 2008.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Downtown Racine Corporation requesting permission to close city streets for the annual Holiday Parade on November 8, 2008. (Res.08-1086) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: Permission be granted to the Downtown Racine Corporation to close Ontario Street, State Street between Erie Street and Main Street, Main Street between State Street and Sixth Street, and Sixth Street between Main Street and City Hall, on Saturday, November 8, 2008, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., for their annual Downtown Holiday Parade on the following conditions: A. A hold harmless agreement be executed; B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event; C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor; D. Sponsor shall notify all abutting property occupants 72 hours in advance of the event. E. The sponsor shall be responsible for the signing of the necessary detours for the State Highway route. F. The sponsor shall pay a $750 special event fee. Further recommend that the Commissioner   Not available Not available
08-2735 A2.Permission to install an awning over city right-of-way at 107 Fourth Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Mike Matson requesting permission to install an awning over city right-of-way at 107 Fourth Street. (Res.09-1261) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 2-24-09: The property owner of 107 Fourth Street be granted permission to install a stationary, projecting awning over street right-of-way, as requested, with the following stipulations: A. That a hold harmless agreement be executed, in accordance with State Statute 66.0425, Privileges in Streets, B. That the property owner be charged a $50.00 fee to cover administrative costs associated with filing this item with the Register of Deeds office, C. That all building and electrical permits be secured through the Building Department and that all applicable fees be paid to the Building and Electrical departments. Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City of Racine in the granting of this request.   Not available Not available
08-2782 A3.HVMPA (Horlick Music Department) to place banners, flags and signs, including a permanent digital sign at 2119 Rapids Drive to advertise upcoming events.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Alderman of the 5th District submitting the request of the HVMPA (Horlick Music Department) to place banners, flags and signs, including a permanent digital sign at 2119 Rapids Drive to advertise upcoming events. (Ord.11-09) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable. Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 11-20-08: that the request be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/A Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 4-8-09: That an ordinance be created and a public hearing scheduled. Fiscal Note: N/A   Not available Not available
08-2760 A4.Oppose the alternate street parking restrictions.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Angel Georgian opposing the alternate street parking restrictions and would like to air her concerns regarding this matter. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.   Not available Not available
08-2811 A5.Globe Contractors, Inc. requesting an extension of time for use of the Michigan Boulevard Parking Lot in connection to City of Racine projects.CommunicationSubject: Communication from Globe Contractors, Inc. requesting an extension of time for use of the Michigan Boulevard Parking Lot in connection to City of Racine projects. (Res.08-1087) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: That the agreement to utilize the Walker site, which was approved through Resolution 08-0666 dated March 4, 2008, and amended through Resolution 08-0909, be amended with the following condition: 1. That the date be extended to June 1, 2009. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.   Not available Not available
08-2783 A6.Proposed changes to the Electrical Ordinance.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Chief Building Inspector wishing to discuss proposed changes to the Electrical Ordinance. (Ord.17-08) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: That the Electrical Code be updated by amending the following sections of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, as recommended: Sec. 18-671. Residential electrical wiring work. Sec. 22-381. License or permit required. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.   Not available Not available
08-2784 A7.Settlement agreement with the Union Pacific Railroad for repairs to the Mound Avenue railroad bridge.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer requesting to meet with the Public Works and Services Committee in closed session regarding a settlement agreement with the Union Pacific Railroad for repairs to the Mound Avenue railroad bridge. (Res.09-1183) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08, 11-11-08 and 12-9-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: That the settlement agreement as presented by Atty. Robert Hankel be approved, in concept, with final verbiage to be approved by the City Attorney's office. The settlement agreement terms are as follows: 1. With respect to the Mound Avenue Bridge, the Union Pacific Railroad Company will: A. Maintain and repair the tie, rail and ballast conditions and, in addition, will maintain and repair the deck drainage systems; B. The bridge retaining walls within the track embankment support structure will be repaired and additional required repairs of the bridge structure disclosed during the process, if any, will also be com   Not available Not available
08-2792 A8.Debarment of a contractor from City of Racine public works projects.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer wishing to discuss the debarment of a contractor from City of Racine public works projects. (Res.09-1237) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: That the City proceed to hold a due process hearing on the potential debarment of John's Concrete, Inc. from bidding on public works contracts in accordance with Section 46-40, Debarment, of the Municipal Code. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 2-10-09: That the negotiated settlement between John's Concrete, Inc. and the City of Racine be approved. Fiscal Note: The negotiated settlement is on file in the City Attorney's office. There is no cost to the City of Racine under the terms of this agreement.   Not available Not available
08-2827 A9.Ordinance No. 14-08 to repeal and recreate Sec. 114-693 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Accessory buildings and structures - Height limitations.CommunicationSubject: Ordinance No. 14-08 to repeal and recreate Sec. 114-693 of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Accessory buildings and structures - Height limitations. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: That the item be referred to the City Plan Commission. Fiscal Note: Not applicable.   Not available Not available
08-2826 A10.Ordinance No. 15-08 to amend Sec. 81-123(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Sidewalks - required widths.CommunicationSubject: Ordinance No. 15-08 to amend Sec. 81-123(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Sidewalks - required widths. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: That Ordinance No. 15-08 to amend Sec. 81-123(b) of the Municipal Code of the City of Racine, Wisconsin relating to Sidewalks - required widths, be adopted. Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 11-12-08: That the Ordinance No. 15-08 pertaining to sidewalk widths be Adopted. Fiscal Note: N/A   Not available Not available
08-2770 A11.Final payment on Contract 41-06 (K6-043), PS - Const. Mgmt. Southside Industrial Park InfrastructureCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting final payment on Contract 41-06 (K6-043), PS - Const. Mgmt. Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, Earth Tech/AECOM, consultant. (Res.08-1161) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-14-08: That the professional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 41-06 (K6-043), PS - Const. Mgmt. Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $194,218.56. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 7182 of August 15, 2006. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08, 11-11-08 and 11-25-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The professional services provided by Earth Tech/AECOM under Contract 41-06 (K6-043), Professional Services - Construction Management Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $201,828.59. Fiscal Note: Con   Not available Not available
08-2828 A12.Resolution 08-1051, relating to a request for final payment on Contract 41-06 (K6-043), Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, Earth Tech/AECOM, consultant.CommunicationSubject: Resolution 08-1051, relating to a request for final payment on Contract 41-06 (K6-043), Southside Industrial Park Infrastructure, Earth Tech/AECOM, consultant. Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08, 11-11-08 and 11-25-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 12-9-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: N/A   Not available Not available
08-2764 A13.Final payment on Contract 10-07 (K7-010), Gaslight Drive Renovations (R1)CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 10-07 (K7-010), Gaslight Drive Renovations (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, contractor. (Res.08-1099) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-14-08 and 10-28-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-11-08: The work of Cornerstone Pavers, LLC, under Contract 10-07 (K7-010), Gaslight Drive Renovations (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $236,012.09, from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0143 dated April 4, 2007.   Not available Not available
08-2763 A14.Change Order No. 3 on Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.G.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/ Engineering submitting Change Order No. 3 on Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res.08-1100) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-14-08 and 10-28-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-11-08: That Change Order No. 3 on Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the credit amount of $14.39. Fiscal Note: Change Order No. 3 will result in a decrease in contract price.   Not available Not available
08-2765 A15.Final payment on Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.GCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.G., Payne & Dolan, Inc., contractor. (Res.09-1190) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-14-08, 10-28-08, 11-11-08, 11-25-08 and 12-9-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 1-13-09: The work done by Payne & Dolan, Inc. under Contract 12-07 (K7-012), 2007 Asphalt Paving, C.D.B.G., be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $184,828.56. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0165, dated April 16, 2007.   Not available Not available
08-2766 A16.Final payment on Contract 20-07 (K7-023), Local Road Improvement ProgramCommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 20-07 (K7-023), Local Road Improvement Program, Cornerstone Pavers, contractor. (Res.08-1101) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-14-08 and 10-28-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 11-11-08: The work of Cornerstone Pavers, LLC, under Contract 20-07 (K7-023), Local Road Improvement Program, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $397,245.65, from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0145 dated April 4, 2007.   Not available Not available
08-2629 A17.Final payment on Contract 50-07 (K7-058), City Hall Annex - Photovoltaic Generation System, Magaw Electric Construction, Inc., contractor.CommunicationSubject: Direct Referral. Communication from the Commissioner of Public Works/City Engineer submitting a request for final payment on Contract 50-07 (K7-058), City Hall Annex - Photovoltaic Generation System, Magaw Electric Construction, Inc., contractor. (Res.08-1088) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 9-30-08 and 10-14-08: Defer Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: That the work of Magaw Electric Construction, Inc., under Contract 50-07 (K7-058), City Hall Annex - Photovoltaic Generation System, be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $341,934.00, from funds heretofore appropriated. Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution No. 07-0482, dated November 6, 2007.   Not available Not available
08-2800 A18.PECFA reimbursement for underground storage tank remediation at 1420 State Street.CommunicationSubject: Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations submitting a PECFA reimbursement for underground storage tank remediation at 1420 State Street. (Res.08-1089) Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: The communication be received and filed. Fiscal Note: The City of Racine received an additional check in the amount of $6,238.06 for underground storage tank remediation at 1420 State Street.   Not available Not available
08-2825 A19.Res. 08-1075, dated October 21, 2008, regarding street improvements at: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Hillcrest Circle from Wright Avenue to cul-de-sac Alley - Washington Avenue to 16th Street; Packard Avenue to Phillips Avenue BITUMINOUSCommunicationSubject: Res. 08-1075, dated October 21, 2008, regarding alley and street improvements at: PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING Hillcrest Circle from Wright Avenue to cul-de-sac Alley - Washington Avenue to 16th Street; Packard Avenue to Phillips Avenue BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVING Kings Circle from Oakwood Drive to cul-de-sac Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 10-28-08: That Resolution No. 08-1075, of October 21, 2008, be adopted. Fiscal Note: Funds will be appropriated in the 2009 C.I.P. for these alley and street improvements, and special assessments will be paid by the abutting property owners for the improvements.   Not available Not available